UB40 is hitting the road again. The iconic reggae band announced a MAJOR North American tour. This news is exciting for AMERICAN MUSIC fans. The tour is called “The Unstoppable Tour”. It spans the U.S. and Canada. It kicks off this fall. The tour begins on September 18. The first stop is Ottawa, Ontario. The tour will visit about 40 cities. It will conclude on November 15. The final show is in Hollywood, Florida. This marks UB40’s fifth year of touring North America consecutively.
A New Album on the Horizon
Fans have more to celebrate. UB40 plans to release a new album this summer. This will be their first new music since UB45 in 2024. Details about the upcoming album will be shared soon. The band is eager to share fresh material.
The Unstoppable Lineup
Original members anchor this tour. James Brown on drums is back. Robin Campbell on guitar and vocals also returns. Earl Falconer on bass and vocals is performing. Norman Hassan on percussion and vocals joins them.
Lead vocalist and guitarist Matt Doyle fronts the band. He has led the last four major UB40 tours. Joining them are Martin Meredith on keyboards and saxophone. Jahred Gordon plays keyboards. Laurence Parry is on trumpet and trombone. Ian Thompson plays saxophone. Gilly G adds MC vocals. Matt Campbell provides backing vocals. This ARTIST collective promises an energetic show.
A Legacy of Hits
UB40 has a rich musical history. They formed in Birmingham, England, in 1978. The band is renowned for blending reggae with pop music. They have sold over 100 million records globally. This tour will feature their classic chart-topping hits. Fans can expect to hear “Red Red Wine”. Other beloved songs include “Food For Thought” and “(I Can’t Help) Falling In Love With You”.
Tour Details and Tickets
The “Unstoppable Tour” will cover numerous U.S. states and Canadian provinces. Key cities include New York City, Chicago, and Vancouver. Other stops feature Boston, Las Vegas, and Atlanta. Canadian dates are set for Montreal and Winnipeg.
The band expressed excitement for the tour. Co-founding guitarist Robin Campbell stated their goal is to “have a party every show”. This tour promises more shows than their previous visit. The English Beat, Inner Circle, and Big Mountain will join on select dates.
Tickets for “The Unstoppable Tour” are on sale. Presale access is available using the password UNSTOPPABLE. General ticket sales began on January 30. Fans can also find VIP Meet & Greet packages. This MAJOR MUSIC news brings UB40 back to their devoted audience.
Conclusion
This announcement solidifies UB40’s enduring presence in the music world. “The Unstoppable Tour” signifies their continued commitment to live performance. Fans eagerly await new music and the chance to experience their timeless hits live. It is set to be a memorable run for this legendary ARTIST. This news is significant for any lover of reggae and pop MUSIC.
